Junior Independent Work

Undergraduate catalogue

Junior Independent Work (JIW) requires students to complete a substantial piece of research and scholarship under the supervision and advisement of a Princeton faculty member. The work requires sustained investment and attention throughout the semester. Only one JIW is required for the AST major, but two JIWs are allowed. Students planning to continue in graduate school are strongly advised and encouraged to complete two JIWs, AST 398 and AST 399, on the same or different topics.